Colleges with Accounting Degree Programs in Missouri

Missouri Accounting Degrees Online and On-Campus

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Southern New Hampshire University Online BS in Accounting
he online Bachelor of Science in Accounting is aligned to the 2024 CPA exam change, ensuring you build the skills you need to help prepare you to become a U.S. Certified Public Accountant.
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Southern New Hampshire University Online MS in Accounting
Sharpen your accounting skills and angle for senior roles with this online graduate degree – freshly redeveloped to align with the 2024 CPA Exam.
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Grand Canyon University Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Preparation that you receive as a GCU accounting student qualifies you to sit for the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam as you are completing your program.
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There are 217 accounting degree programs in Missouri in our directory (44 Associates, 96 Bachelors, 45 Masters, and 8 Doctorate).

The University of Missouri and Saint Louis University are an example of some institutions that hold accounting-specific accreditation across the state of Missouri. Average salary range in the profession is estimated between $38,510 and $105,300 when comparing the bottom and top 10 percent of employees, respectively.

AACSB-Accredited Accounting Programs in Missouri

Prospective students have plenty of opportunity to gain an undergraduate or graduate degree in the state of Missouri that is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). This designation signifies that the curriculum has met rigorous standards by the established organization to prepare students for their accounting career. Five different universities hold the accounting-specific accreditation by the AACSB.

Saint Louis University - Master in Accounting

The Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business offers students the ability to develop communication skills and analytical abilities when working in their accounting career. In addition to the academics, students have the option of joining the Beta Alpha Sci honor society for accounting and study abroad in Madrid. Students have the opportunity to pursue the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam with this degree.

30 credit hours are needed to complete the program, and 21 of the credits are directly related to various accounting topics with the remainder being business electives. Students will gain the information needed to become proficient in general accounting and auditing tasks. In addition to pursuing a concentration in Audit, there is also Financial Reporting and Taxation.

Application requirements include sending in transcripts, two letters of recommendation, updated resume, and personal statement that is fewer than 500 words. No Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores are required. Examples of prerequisite courses that are needed prior to beginning the normal program include various levels of foundational financial reporting, business statistics, and cost management.

At the completion of this program, graduates will be able to evaluate potential risk and will hold understanding of specific tax laws in the planning process. They will utilize critical thinking skills when analyzing information and solving business problems. Ethical behavior will be demonstrated as they work effectively with other members of their team and within the organization.

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Grand Canyon University Online Master of Science in Accounting
Learn ethical best practices and legal compliance issues. Prepare to take the Uniform CPA Examination. Gain knowledge of business law, information systems and public accounting practice.
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Maryville University Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Graduate in as few as 2.5 years. No residencies or standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) required.
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Methodist University Online Bachelor's in Accounting
100% online, ACBSP accredited, Application Fees Waived!
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Concordia University - Saint Paul Online Bachelor’s in Accounting
Students can prepare for the certified public accountant (CPA) and certified management accountant (CMA) exams.
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The University of Texas Permian Basin BBA in Accounting
AACSB-accredited, Online, Affordable Tuition.
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Are there online accounting degree programs in Missouri?

Yes, here is our list of some of the top online accounting degrees in Missouri.

School Level Program
Columbia College Associate Online Associates in Business Administration
Columbia College Bachelor Online Bachelors in Business Administration
Columbia College Master Online Masters in Business Administration
Culver-Stockton College Bachelor Online Bachelors in Business Administration
Drury University Associate Online Associates in Business Administration
Drury University Bachelor Online Bachelors in Business Administration
Fontbonne University Master Online Masters in Business Management
North Central Missouri College Associate Online Associates in Business Management
Park University Associate Online Associates in Business Management
Park University Master Online Masters in Business Administration
Saint Louis University-Main Campus Bachelor Online Bachelors in Business Leadership
Southeast Missouri State University Bachelor Online Bachelors in Business Administration
Southeast Missouri State University Master Online Masters in Business Administration

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University of Missouri at Kansas City - Master of Science in Accountancy

The Henry W. Bloch School of Management offers the MSA degree for students that are looking to advance in their accounting profession. Being able to complete this program will give graduates the ability to think critically and have strong communication skills when creating financial reports or meeting with other team members. Students will also be prepared to take the CPA exam for state licensure.

30 total credit hours are needed to complete the program, which includes topics in income taxation and auditing if they were not taken prior to pursuing the degree. For students that do not have an undergraduate program in accounting or business, they may need to take up to 12 credit hours worth of foundational courses.

Required courses in the program include Data Analytics for Accounting, Current Problems in Accounting, and Tax Research, Procedure, and Practice. Up to 21 credit hours are needed based on other foundational coursework needed. This program allows for students to take up to 12 credit hours through any of the Bloch School disciplines.

School Level Program Admissions
Methodist University Bachelor Online Bachelor's in Accounting Website
Concordia University - Saint Paul Bachelor Online Bachelor’s in Accounting Website
The University of Texas Permian Basin Bachelor BBA in Accounting Website
The University of Texas Permian Basin Master MBA in Accounting Website
Maryville University Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Website
Southern New Hampshire University Associate Online AS in Accounting Website
University of New Haven Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
University of New Haven Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Georgetown University Master Online Master of Science in Finance Website
American University Master Online Master of Arts in Economics Website
Aurora University Bachelor BA in Business Adminsitration Website
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Online Master of Accounting Programs in Missouri

University of Missouri – Master of Accountancy

The Robert J. Trulaske College of Business has an online Master’s degree in accounting that requires 30 credit hours to complete and is available fully online. This program will prepare students to take the CPA exam in Missouri and likely in other states. At least 95 percent of graduates enter into a full-time accounting position after completing this degree.

Topics that are covered in the curriculum include auditing, forensic accounting, and taxation. Examples of specific courses include Governmental Accounting and Budgeting, Tax Research and Procedure, and Advanced Auditing. Despite the program being fully online, there are opportunities to join a career fair to expand networking and developmental workshops to work on specific skills.

Admission requirements include completing the foundational prerequisites for the program, submitting Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores, and having a strong GPA from the prior undergraduate degree. The school does accept specific work experience as credit to remove some of the foundational work. There must also be a few letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

No campus visits are required to complete the program, but students are eligible to visit campus to utilize resources, such as career fairs and career developmental workshops. There is flexibility to take just one course for students that are also maintaining a professional career, and this program can be completed in three years in that process.

Missouri State University – Master of Accountancy

The School of Accountancy offers the Master’s degree in an Accelerated or Traditional format. AACSB accreditation designates that faculty members are experts in the accounting field and will prepare students for various skills in their career, both academically and with hands-on experience. Graduates will be able to sit for the CPA examination in the state of Missouri and elsewhere.

Most courses in the program are offered in the evening or online to convenience those that will continue their professional career. The Accelerated format allows students to complete undergraduate and graduate accounting degrees in a shorter time than completing them separately with six shared credit hours. In order to pursue this format, students must apply by the second semester of their junior year.

For the traditional format, the Master’s degree requires 33 credit hours to complete. Certification specializations are also available in forensic accounting and tax accounting. Regardless of option, applicants must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA from their undergraduate program and high GMAT scores.

Completing the Master’s degree will satisfy academic requirements for the CPA exam and will enhance an individual’s expertise in auditing and planning for expenditures at an organization. Graduates have gone on to work at popular accounting firms and government agencies as budget analysts, financial aid experts, business consultants.

Missouri Accounting Careers Salary Information

There is above-average employment within accounting and auditing according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Approximately 26,500 are employed, which is well above most surrounding states with the exception of Illinois. The annual mean salary across the state is estimated at $69,160, and the highest figures are in the St. Louis area.

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The Anh Le accounting firm specializes in various accounting tasks for their clients, prepares taxes and determines resolutions for various problems, and wealth management. Third-party accounting services include keeping track of bookkeeping needs and submits financial documents (cash flow statements, accounts receivable reports, etc.) to the organization. While they are located in the St. Louis metro area, services are offered to organizations across the United States and in some international locations.

Online Accounting Degrees Accepting Applicants

School Level Program Admissions
Southern New Hampshire University Bachelor Online BS in Accounting Website
Southern New Hampshire University Master Online MS in Accounting Website
Grand Canyon University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
Grand Canyon University Master Online Master of Science in Accounting Website
Maryville University Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
Methodist University Bachelor Online Bachelor's in Accounting Website
Concordia University - Saint Paul Bachelor Online Bachelor’s in Accounting Website
The University of Texas Permian Basin Bachelor BBA in Accounting Website
The University of Texas Permian Basin Master MBA in Accounting Website
Maryville University Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Arizona State University Bachelor Online Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Website
Southern New Hampshire University Associate Online AS in Accounting Website
University of New Haven Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Accounting Website
University of New Haven Master Master of Science in Accounting Website
Georgetown University Master Online Master of Science in Finance Website
American University Master Online Master of Arts in Economics Website
Aurora University Bachelor BA in Business Adminsitration Website
University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management Master Online Master of Business Taxation Website
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Schools with Accounting Degrees in Missouri

Avila University

Kansas City MO
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate & Extended Studies

Fayette MO
  • Associates in General Accounting

College of the Ozarks

Point Lookout MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Colorado Technical University

North Kansas City MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Columbia College

Columbia MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Online Associates in Business Administration
  • Online Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Online Masters in Business Administration

Crowder College

Neosho MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Business Management
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Management

Culver-Stockton College

Canton MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Online Bachelors in Business Administration

Drury University

Springfield MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Online Associates in Business Administration
  • Online Bachelors in Business Administration

East Central College

Union MO
  • Associates in Business Management
  • Associates in Economics
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Management
  • Certificate in Economics
  • Certificate in General Accounting

Evangel University

Springfield MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management

Fontbonne University

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Certificate in Business Taxation
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Management
  • Masters in Business Taxation
  • Masters in General Accounting
  • Online Masters in Business Management

Hannibal-Lagrange College

Hannibal MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Harris-Stowe State University

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Hickey College

Saint Louis MO
  • Associates in General Accounting

ITT Technical Institute-Arnold

Arnold MO
  • Bachelors in Economics

Jefferson College

Hillsboro MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Certificate in information systems

Lincoln University

Jefferson City MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

Lindenwood University

Saint Charles MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Management
  • Masters in Finance
  • Masters in General Accounting

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Bachelors in information systems
  • Masters in Business Administration

Metropolitan Community College-Blue River

Independence MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Economics
  • Certificate in Financial Services

Mineral Area College

Park Hills MO
  • Associates in Business Administration

Missouri Baptist University

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

Missouri Southern State University

Joplin MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Certificate in Financial Management

Missouri State University

Springfield MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Bachelors in Insurance Services
  • Masters in General Accounting

Missouri Valley College

Marshall MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Missouri Western State University

Saint Joseph MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics

Moberly Area Community College

Moberly MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in General Accounting

Moberly Area Technical Center

Moberly MO
  • Certificate in Business Administration
  • Certificate in General Accounting

North Central Missouri College

Trenton MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Business Management
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Accounting Administration
  • Certificate in Business Administration
  • Certificate in Business Management
  • Certificate in Business Technology
  • Certificate in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Professional Accounting
  • Online Associates in Business Management

Northwest Missouri State University

Maryville MO
  • Bachelors in Business Technology
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in Finance
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

Ozarks Technical Community College

Springfield MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in General Accounting

Park University

Parkville MO
  • Associates in Business Management
  • Associates in Managerial Accounting
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in Financial Management
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Bachelors in Managerial Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Online Associates in Business Management
  • Online Masters in Business Administration

Rockhurst University

Kansas City Ê MO
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

Saint Louis Community College-Florissant Valley

Saint Louis MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Administration
  • Certificate in General Accounting

Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Administration
  • Doctorate in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in General Accounting
  • Online Bachelors in Business Leadership

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Online Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Online Masters in Business Administration

Southwest Baptist University

Bolivar MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration

St Charles Community College

Cottleville MO
  • Associates in Business Administration
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in Economics
  • Certificate in Business Administration
  • Certificate in Business Technology

State Fair Community College

Sedalia MO
  • Associates in Business Management
  • Associates in Business Technology
  • Associates in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Technology

State University of New York at Buffalo

Sedalia MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Economics
  • Masters in Finance
  • Masters in General Accounting

Texas County Technical Institute

Houston MO
  • Associates in General Accounting

Three Rivers Community College

Poplar Bluff MO
  • Associates in Business Administration

Truman State University

Kirksville MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Doctorate in Business Administration
  • Doctorate in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Doctorate in Economics
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Economics
  • Masters in General Accounting

University of Missouri-St Louis

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Certificate in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Economics
  • Masters in General Accounting

Washington University in St Louis

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Doctorate in Economics
  • Doctorate in Finance
  • Doctorate in General Accounting
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Finance
  • Masters in General Accounting

Webster University

Saint Louis MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Business Management
  • Bachelors in General Accounting
  • Doctorate in Business Management
  • Masters in Business Administration
  • Masters in Business Management

Westminster College

Fulton MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

William Jewell College

Liberty MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in Economics
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

William Woods University

Fulton MO
  • Bachelors in Business Administration
  • Bachelors in General Accounting

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